Kentucky
Russell Springs is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 2,755. Residents earn $37,500 per year, which is 50% below the national average.
Based on current data, Russell Springs receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Russell Springs has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Russell Springs is $37,500, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 23.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Russell Springs is $170,300, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $747 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Russell Springs is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 120 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,431 per 100,000, 24% above the national average.
27.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Russell Springs experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 93.0% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 7.0% |
| 48% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $37,500 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,159 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $800 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $46,550 |
| Unemployment | 5.6% |
| 56% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 23.7% |
| 91% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 508 |
| County GDP | $570M |
| Restaurants | 24 |
| Healthcare | 43 |
| Retail | 61 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,593 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.52% |
| Commute Time | 13.8 min |
| Work from Home | 2.6% |
| Census Median | $170,300 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $157,492 |
| Census Median Rent | $747 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
| Owner-Occupied | 54.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,593 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.52% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.3% |
| Premature Death | 13,989/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 42.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 43 |
| Total Violent | 119.6/100K |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 39.9/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 79.7/100K |
| Total Property | 2,431.3/100K |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 637.7/100K |
| Theft | 1,594.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 199.3/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 55.4°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 57.0 inches |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 4.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,051 ft (320 m) |
| Area | 4.7 sq mi (12.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 584/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.0507°N, 85.0805°W |
| County FIPS | 21001 |
Winner: Republican by 71.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 27.3% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 81.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.50 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 584/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 43 |
| Restaurants | 24 |
| Retail Stores | 61 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 13.8 min |
| Work from Home | 2.6% |